Toronzo Cannon is the most exciting bluesman to emerge from Chicago in decades, playing brawny, rock-inspired guitar and singing original, slice-of-life lyrics that speak to today’s listeners. His 2016 Alligator debut, The Chicago Way, has scanned over 6500 units.

Between critical raves for The Chicago Way and Cannon’s crowd-pleasing live shows, Toronzo has become Chicago’s new blues ambassador to the world. Alligator publicity, radio and social media forces will be building on that success, keeping the blues media fres stoked while promoting tour dates and placing stories in international and internet press everywhere.

A thrilling live performer, Toronzo has captivated audiences around the globe with consistently dynamic performances. Since the release of The Chicago Way, he’s played in the UK, Germany, Spain, France, Sweden, Switzerland, Italy, Denmark, Finland, Belgium, Poland, Japan and Canada. Tour dates in support of the new release begin on street date and continue through 2019 and into the new year.

The Preacher, The Politician Or The Pimp fnds Toronzo advancing his modern day blues vision, with 12 distinctive new songs that skillfully blend witty, “ain’t it the truth” anthems with searing topical observations. Through it all, Toronzo burns on guitar and brings his lyrics to life with spirited, souldrenched singing.